Category: Pediatric Dentistry

It is always better to prevent the habit to develop than to treat it afterwards. We should therefore take necessary steps in the very beginning so that the habit does not develop. For that we should know what are the main causes, i.e under which circumstances does the child develop the habit. We know that […]

Causes of failure of pit & fissure sealant The Causes of failure of pit & fissure sealant are as following : 1) contamination by saliva 2) delayed mixing 3) delayed applying in the surface 4) vigorous mixing leading to formation bubble . 5) over extention 6) over dated sealant used

Pulpectomy : Definition, Indication and Contra-indication Definition It is the technique to gain an access to the root canals, remove as much dead & infected material as possible & fill the root canals with a suitable material to maintain the tooth in a non – infected state. Complete/Total Pulpectomy: It is the extirpation of normal […]

Pulpectomy method : step by step : 1. Although local anaesthesia is usually not required, as the pulp is non-vital, there may be remnants of vital, inflamed tissue in the apical 1-3mm of the canal which may be sensitive. Furthermore, the tooth may be tender because of apical inflammation. 2. Rubber dam is required. 3. […]

CROWN FRACTURES : Biologic Consequences & Treatment CROWN FRACTURES As mentioned previously, the primary aim from an endodontic point of view is to maintain vitality after these types of accidents. Crown infraction (“incomplete fracture or crack of enamel without loss of tooth structure) and uncomplicated crown fracture (“fracture of the enamel only or enamel and […]

Periodontal tissues in children The gingiva in children may appear red and inflamed. Compared with mature tissue there is a thinner epithelium that is less keratinised, greater vascularity of connective tissues and less variation in the width of the attached gingiva. During tooth eruption, the gingival sulcus depths may reach 5 mm and gingival margins […]

World Dentist Day 2012 observed in Bangladesh The World Dentist Day 2012 was observed in Bangladesh as elsewhere in the world on Tuesday, aiming to raise awareness about dental diseases. According to the ADA, FDI and IDEAF, dental caries or tooth decay is the most common chronic disease throughout the world, particularly affecting children and […]

World Dentist Day 6 March is “World Dentist Day”. Different organization will be observed this day internationally . Bangladesh On the occasion of “World Dentist Day-2012” a grand celebration program is going to be organized By Dhaka Dental College & Hospital at 6th March. The program will start at 8:30 am. Honorable State Minister for […]